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Restrict Activities Along Certain Sections of Conewago Creek

York County Commissioners Steve Chronister, Doug Hoke and Chris Reilly are advising the community to avoid fishing, boating, or swimming in certain sections of the Conewago Creek due to reported contamination.

Until further notice, individuals should avoid fishing, boating and swimming in the creek as it flows through the following York County municipalities:

Paradise Township

Dover Township

Washington Township

Warrington Township

Conewago Township

Newberry Township

East Manchester Township

York Haven Borough

The Commissioners are issuing the recommendation based on input from the Office of Emergency Management.

State and County officials have been advised of contamination in the creek, believed to be from runoff associated with the Miller Chemical fire in Conewago Township, Adams County on Monday. The contamination has reportedly killed an unknown quantity of fish.

Individuals with questions regarding the environmental impact of the fire can call the Department of Environmental Protection at (717) 705-4700.